Campus News

The Central Lakes College Natural Resources Club is sponsoring a new Explorer Post, which will meet Tuesday, Nov. 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. for a “First Nighter” in Room W 147 of the Brainerd campus, according to Adviser Kent Montgomery. Exploring is a unique career exploration program for young …

Kathy Marshik of Little Falls has been named coordinator of the Central Lakes College Veterans’ Resource Center on the Brainerd campus, effective Nov. 28. She will serve as the liaison between Central Lakes College, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, the Minnesota National Guard, and the Director of Higher Education Veterans …

Central Lakes College Natural Resources instructor Kent Montgomery and NR student Jodi DuBay of Apple Valley appear in a new video public service announcement prepared in partnership with the DNR, Crow Wing Soil and Conservation District, Thirty Lakes Watershed District, and University of Minnesota Extension. The short PSA starts with …

The Central Lakes College Foundation in Brainerd and Staples has awarded $101,400 through 172 scholarships to 126 students during the fall semester of the 2011-12 academic year. Another round of awards is made each spring semester as well. The CLC Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization guided by a volunteer …

Central Lakes College Theatre will hold an audition night Dec. 1 for those seeking roles in the February production “To Kill a Mockingbird.” A favorite with regional and academic companies, “To Kill a Mockingbird” has become one of the most performed shows in the nation. It was adapted into an …

Central Lakes College first-year Videography Production students recently spent a day in the Twin Cities visiting television production facilities and meeting professionals who work in the field. Mark Ambroz, instructor, said the metropolitan area has a robust production industry. “The goal of this trip is to introduce students to the …

Friends and former colleagues of retired Central Lakes College instructor-author Joe Plut will want to read a new blog about the “mad hugger.” It is by Bob Collins of Minnesota Public Radio. It was posted today in advance of the dedication of the Joe Plut Reading Room at Prairie Bay …

The annual “Fall Celebration” honoring 40 graduates of the Heavy Equipment Operations and Maintenance program, will be held at the Staples campus of Central Lakes College on Wed., Nov. 23, with a lunch and program. The featured speaker will be Andy Mack of Strata Corp., Grand Forks, N.D., a member …

Steven Rosenstone, chancellor of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, recommended on Monday that the Board of Trustees appoint Douglas Knowlton (far left) to be vice chancellor for academic and student affairs and Michael Dougherty to be vice chancellor for advancement. Knowlton is the president of Dakota State University in …

The Central Lakes College Diversity Leadership Council and International Club are co-hosting an organizational meeting Nov. 21 for the April 20, 2012 Celebration of Nations at CLC. The Celebration of Nations is a diversity event that showcases cultural displays, music, food, performances, dance, and activities. The co-sponsoring clubs are enlisting …